Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

Steps

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   Prep and season** Heat oven to 220 °C (425 °F). Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Mix oil, lemon zest, salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika in a bowl. Rub all over the thighs, including under the skin where you can.

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   Arrange on a tray

   Place thighs skin-side up on a baking tray. Tuck smashed garlic around them. Don't crowd; leave a little space so steam escapes.

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   Roast the lemon garlic chicken thighs

   Roast 30-35 minutes until skin is deep golden and juices run clear, or a thermometer in the thickest part hits 74 °C (165 °F).

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   Add lemon juice

   Squeeze lemon juice over the hot chicken as soon as it comes out. Toss the garlic cloves in the pan juices.

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   Rest and finish

   Rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle parsley. Spoon pan juices over each piece when serving.

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   Optional broil

   If the skin isn't crisp enough, broil 1-2 minutes at the end. Watch closely. It goes from good to burnt fast.